Automated hematoxylin-eosin staining and histological slide mounting system for clinical research

Summary

The procurement is for an automated hematoxylin-eosin staining and histological slide mounting system for clinical research at the new Clinical Research Unit of Juan Ramón Jiménez University Hospital in Huelva. The contract includes the equipment and necessary accessories and consumables, transport, installation, configuration, testing, commissioning and on-site user training. The system must automate staining, coverslipping and drying and process at least 200 slides per hour. The estimated value is EUR 75,500 excluding VAT (budget EUR 91,355 including VAT); the contract lasts up to 36 months, and delivery and commissioning are due within two months. A minimum three-year warranty, including maintenance and repairs, is required. Bidders must have annual turnover of at least EUR 113,250 and experience supplying at least three similar systems during the previous three years; detailed qualification and technical requirements are set out below.